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A Prolific Leader
The Art Square Group is one of the largest and most prolific publishers of comics and infotainment-related materials in Malaysia today. To date, we produce nine magazines every month and we also publish graphic novels of various genres from acclaimed local and international artists; an endeavor that we actively pursue throughout the year.
Collectively, alongside our mobile digital offerings, interactive games and comics-based merchandizing divisions, we offer the most diverse, comprehensive and exciting line of products for every age group and literary palate.
Creativity and Imagination are our benchmarks and acid-test. These critical principles dictate all our decade-long ventures in producing only works that are brilliant, ground-breaking and most importantly, works that leave an inspiring impression on the minds of our readers regardless of changing times and tastes.
Art Square Group of companies consists of:
- Art Square Creation Sdn Bhd
- Anjung Taipan Sdn Bhd
- Gala Unggul Resources Sdn Bhd
- Gempak Starz Sdn Bhd
In 2008, we have successfully established Art Square Creation (S) Pte Ltd to handle our publishing and distribution in Singapore, as well as to accommodate the increasing international exports activities.
MAGAZINES
Our magazines are best-sellers because of one reason only-their ability to continuously stimulate and satisfy the thirsty minds of sophisticated young readers with relevant content. The heady combination of first-rate comics and infotainment news keeps them entertained, informed and eager for more!
POPCORN
Raising the benchmark up many notches is this brand new standard setter that showcases astounding works from the best of Asian talents. Fans are in for a feast of comics art in its purest and most brilliant form.
GEMPAK
The first Malay-language info-comics magazine that ranks among the top five in the market, keeping loyal fans happy with outstanding comics series and news on games, animation, effect-laden movies, toys and events.
COMIC KING
A super-combo read - local and international comics, animation, toys, entertainment, music, fashion, trend-setting lifestyles and technology news – all in Chinese!
LITTLE MONITOR (Chinese)
A fun after-school read with exciting educational articles and comics in Chinese. Children are set to have their language skills and confidence levels built up high.......
LITTLE MONITOR (English)
A fun after-school read with exciting educational articles and comics in Chinese. Children are set to have their language skills and confidence levels built up high, just likeits counterpart in Chinese language.
GoGO CLASS
An Inspiring read for children through comics and articles, rich in science and general knowledge with touch of humour.
ELEMEN
Another fun and informative children’s magazine suitable for those eager to learn and develop their creativity. Every issue includes entertaining comics with lessons on ethics and language development too.
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Promoting literacy, understanding and intellectual prowess among young readers is much easier done through pictures than through words. This is the potential of the LEARN MORE!™ series; to help children learn through exciting visual stories. Our educational comics help bridge the gap between common visual entertainments and traditional education.
The benefits of the LEARN MORE!™ SERIES
•Steeped in both educational and moral values
Protagonists in the readers' general age groups allow readers to empathize with them. Since said protagonists are presented as caring, hard working and knowledgeable, young readers will see the benefits in following suit, while older readers can find inspiration in their exploits.
•Expanding creativity and critical thinking skills
The bright colours and exciting visual contents help expand a reader's imagination, prompting not only their interest, but also their creativity as they wonder what might happen next.
•Pleasurable learning
As mentioned above, stark text holds little interest for those growing up among visual entertainment media. Funny characters, exciting plots, and condensed facts build a knowledge base that will help a reader's comprehension.
•Increased fact retention
It's easier to remember something visually than if it was presented as text. As such, facts presented as comics are far more easily remembered. This in turn, eases the reader's skill with general factual recall.
•Promotes the habit of reading
Comics are much easier for a reader of any age to process and digest, and informational comics contain the benefits of the medium, without any of the drawbacks.
•Self-induced learning
LEARN MORE!™ comics also educate the reader outside of the classroom, as well as encourage readers to seek out knowledge on their own, taking the burden off busy educators and parents. It also helps readers communicate their thoughts better, by crystallising concepts they might not have had the mental framework for otherwise.
•Increasing independence
The exploration-themed comics will also help inspire readers to be more independent, as they show (in slightly exaggerated fashion) just how empowered a child is, and how to use that empowerment to be more independent.
GRAPHIC NOVEL
Here is where collectors come to drool – over the dream hordes of acclaimed works from both local and international artists. From compilations of serialized comics published in our magazines to new comics and illustrations collections, we have them all.
And now as we expand the reaches of our connection to foreign shores, we also buy and sell copyright materials, to and from countries like Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan and Hong Kong, so as to continually enrich the graphic novel treasure trove, that of our own and of the industry regionally.
Distribution & Export
Our works will amount to nothing if without the aggressive and comprehensive channels of distribution. Over the years, we have built strong and expedient networks that span the width and breadth of Malaysia with exports into Brunei and Singapore.
Our publications and products are available in major bookstore chains, popular newsstands and also via online subscriptions and mail order.
Events, Visits & Crossovers
Another formula to our success is bringing comics to life, literally, via events and collaborations with relevant parties. Our aim is expose to the fans and the public our kind of work and hopefully allowing them to have a whole new level of experiential connection with the many facets of comics art.
Visitors are treated to new graphic novel launches, figurines exhibitions, cosplay, competitions, meet-up sessions with local and international cartoonists and more. Our events which also include school/university visits and crossovers are held actively and they are greatly anticipated for by the ever-growing numbers of diehard fans and new converts.
Digital Ink
Ink has gone digital. In our evolutionary steps towards reaching a global audience, we have created our online presence via website and e-comics.
www.gempakstarz.com gives a comprehensive view of our works, updates on the latest offerings, read-ups on cartoonists, intense debates in hot forums or simply ordering favourite publication or merchandize. Following closely will be our e-comics which will be available to the young and active technology users around the world.
Mobile Ink
Ever the revolutionary leader, we offer a full line of mobile products – comics, wallpapers, animations, games and video – that are perfect for the indispensable mobile phones, handhelds and PDAs. For a small fee, fans around the world can now download and install our digital content into their mobile devices, anytime, anywhere.
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